Quote Originally Posted by Fedora
And ya, I get the whole seat selection thing, but usually I get a table by getting on a waiting list and I don't have choice when it comes to picking a seat. I usually stay if theres a huge fish anywhere on the table.
This is the source of your complaints then. A fish on your right is worth much more than a fish on your left. Just keep in mind too that a fish on the table is worth more than no fish on the table, all else being equal.

Keep in mind too that just because your turn on a waiting list comes up, that doesn't mean you have to take the seat. It just means you have the option to take the seat. During your session you should have an idea of what the worst seat/table you're on is, and make some effort to get off of it and into a better seat.

For example, I often mark players who 3-bet a lot with a certain color so that if they sit on my immediate left I'll know what's up without having to wait until the HUD kicks in. Then I can sit out and find another table (or an other seat at the same table if desirable).

These seat selection issues are EV decisions just like any other poker decision and affect your bottom line just as much.

You might also find it worthwhile to start flagging super nits as a certain color so if you see an open seat with them to your left you'll know that's a great seat and you'll pick up tons of blinds and act last in many more pots.